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"Driftwood Island Retreat" Spectacular View, Private Waterfront on James Point.

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Beautiful fall day on the water.
Waterfront deck facing north view with outdoor seating and picnic table
Fully equipped kitchen open to dining space
Living room
Under cover barbeque area with table seating

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Vashon, WA
  • Place, Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Palouse Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Vashon Center for the Arts
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Full Size Bed Room

1 Double Bed

Queen Bed Room

1 Queen Bed

Single Bed Room

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

"Driftwood Island Retreat" Spectacular View, Private Waterfront on James Point.

Located on the beautiful west side of Vashon Island, this is a unique, renovated waterfront home on a privately owned sandy beach with a permanent and attached floating dock. It has an expansive, spectacular 180-degree view of Puget Sound facing Gig Harbor to the south, the Kitsap Peninsula to the west and Mount Baker to the north. There is no other place on the island quite like it. Our 3-bedroom home is beautifully furnished to make you feel comfortable and at home. The refinished wooden walls give it a warm, rustic, retreat atmosphere. You can enjoy the view from the inside of the house or comfortably sit on the west and north facing wrap around deck. The beautiful westward water view is relaxing and breathtaking. You may experience colorful sunsets, glistening calm or whitecap and windy stormy waters. Every day is a unique experience, never the same. The property is accessible to smaller boats during the spring, summer and early fall using our floating dock.

The largest bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed, the middle guest room has a full-size double bed, and the smallest bedroom has a single twin bed. The house sleeps a maximum of 5 guests.

We have a flexible cancellation policy and are following all VRBO recommended cleaning and disinfecting protocols. It is our top priority for visitors to stay healthy and feel safe.

The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances including dishwasher and microwave oven as well as fresh coffee and tea. Towels, fresh bedding, shampoo and soaps are provided. The bathroom is a 3/4 bath with walk in shower. There is a full laundry area with washer and dryer for your convenience.

The living room is comfortably furnished and has a Smart TV with HDMI cable, DVD player and Echo Dot. Free Wi-Fi, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney Plus are included.

The dining room seats 6. The kitchen is open to the dining area where there is extra counter seating.

Our sandy beach is home to a variety of sea life, mammals and birds. You will likely see eagles, blue heron, the occasional sea otter, seal or orca whale if you keep your eyes to the water. There is a large sand dollar bed and multiple shellfish along the beach. Sand toys available.

We are located about 5 minutes from the center of town for quick access to the local scene. Vashon Island is a small community, home to many artists, musicians, farmers, theatre, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping and much more. You may choose to attend Island events and visit landmarks and local businesses or decide to just experience a relaxing, quiet vacation on the beach.

5 percent discount for 7 days or more stay.

Amenities Include:
Waterfront
3 Bedrooms - Sleeps 5 (1 Queen, 1Full, 1 Single Bed)
Wi-Fi
3/4 Bath
Full Kitchen
Dishwasher
Washer / Dryer
Microwave
Hair Dryer
Complimentary Coffee / Tea/ Water
Complimentary Shampoo / Conditioner/ Soap
Complimentary Laundry Soap
Iron / Ironing Board
Linens and towels provided
Dishes and utensils
Outdoor grill
Firewood
Parking
TV/ DVD Player - Includes access to Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney Plus
HDMI Cable for computer or TV display
Echo Dot
Private Dock
Deck and patio
Small boat access by floating dock

House Rules:
Check In: 4:00PM
Check Out: 11:00AM
Maximum occupancy: 5
Minimum age of renter: 25
Children welcome
2 Night minimum stay
No Pets
No Parties
No Smoking
No Fireworks

Please let us know if you have any questions. Welcome to Driftwood.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Text when checked out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vashon Island

Located in Vashon Island, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum and Vashon Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Westfield Southcenter Mall and Bike Barn Rentals. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at T-Mobile Park or Lumen Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vashon, WA

What's nearby

  • Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Palouse Winery - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Vashon Center for the Arts - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Alki Beach - 56 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Seattle Waterfront - 60 min drive - 27.1 km

Getting around

  • Union Station - 50 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snapdragon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pop Pop Bottle Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Island Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Camp Colvos Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vashon Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Driftwood Island Retreat" Spectacular View, Private Waterfront on James Point. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Driftwood Island Retreat" Spectacular View, Private Waterfront on James Point.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Driftwood Island Retreat" Spectacular View, Private Waterfront on James Point.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Driftwood Island Retreat" Spectacular View, Private Waterfront on James Point. located?

Located in Vashon Island, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Crow Beach and KVI Beach. Island Center Forest 188th Trailhead and Palouse Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous low bank beachfront, solitude, and comfy beach house. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

molly s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, peaceful and private

Enjoyed the eagles and their nest, the sand dollars on the beach and watching the passing barges.Also, a big plus: the kitchen is well stocked.Thanks, Maryann and Warren, for the great stay and we look forward to seeing you next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful place!

This was an excellent place to stay. We stayed in the winter and it was fantastic. I can only imagine how wonderful it is in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Wonderful stay as always!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

back again

The fact that this was my second stay should say it all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

Such a calm and quiet property, we had another great weekend here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

MarSean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

Great host, very secluded, well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely vacation home

Lovely home, beautifully kept, everything we needed for our stay. Great location. We really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beachside Getaway

My family had a wonderful time here. The house is secluded with amazing views and it had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B., Fall City, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

It's my family's favorite place to stay on the island. Wonderful host and beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

well worth it

Comfortable, immaculate, well-appointed cabin in a fantastic setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Vashon Island beach house

This cute house was just perfect for our weekend getaway and I would highly recommend it. The house was spotlessly clean, everything we needed was provided, the host was wonderful and checkin/communication was a breeze. The property is gorgeous and very private with beautiful views. 10/10 and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful escape

Driftwood beach house is a great place to stay. Well stocked house. Only a bath tub and a hot tub could have made it better. It is amazing to be right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Driftwood Property Stay

This property was wonderfully cozy and picturesque. It was well equipped and the setting was beautiful. We stayed there for two nights for our son's wedding at a venue about 10 minutes away, so we didn't have much of a chance to enjoy the home or the outdoors since we were gone most of the time. We would love to come back for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Wow it truly is a magical retreat ! The views are astounding and the secluded beach is just what we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

Appreciated that hosts provided everything to make our stay cozy and seamless...comfy beds, well appointed kitchen, games to entertain. The setting is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lizbeth m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful guys getaway

So great to sit outside and watch the birds while catching up with good friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

Really amazing land and house, even better in person. Very clean, well stocked and convenient to get to a grocery. We had a great time and even saw some Orcas!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken and Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A tranquil, beautiful, well-appointed retreat!

Spectacular location, perfectly organized, quiet except for call of birds and the occasional wave arriving on shore from the wake of a distant boat..,if you need to relax and gaze at the view or read a book, this place is for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Everything thing we love about staying on Vashon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

The Driftwood Beach House is Amazing! I have stayed at a lot of beach houses and this one is my favorite! We are looking forward to going back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

We spent our 50th wedding Anniversary there. it was perfect! Beautiful, quiet and secluded. The amenities are amazing. Mary Ann is a great host. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

brian m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach stay

We had a great stay at the Driftwood Island Retreat. The beach was great for our daughter to play in the sand. There were so many shells and sand dollars on the beach right in front of the house. The place was very clean and the host very friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right on the water

An amazing location with a ton of sandy beachfront. Birds, seals, porpoises all visited. The host was very communicative and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific as always

It’s the best, especially for ease of getting my kayak in and out of the water. Perfect spot for us to relax and get away from the world’s madness.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary Ann Beardsley

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